David Newell has grown up on screen in the Penguin Live Lectures, traveled as a part of a successful comedy magic double act, and now he's one of the resident magicians at one of the premier venues in the world for showcasing close-up magic. He's a fast rising star in the magic world, and he shares his experiences on this week's show. At the end of the show Erik gives a brief recap of Magic Live 2026 and discusses a new social feature on the Penguin Website.